Brazilian recipe
Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe (Receita de nuggets de frango)
Whip up these crispy and flavourful homemade chicken nuggets. A straightforward, practical recipe that is perfect for a quick snack or a fuss-free meal.
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Ingredients
1 kg of boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 litre of water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
2 eggs
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for deep frying
1 litre of water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
2 eggs
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for deep frying
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh chicken breasts and pantry staples at local markets and supermarkets in the butcher's or poultry section. For breadcrumbs, you can use store-bought fine breadcrumbs or blitz toasted bread in a food processor.
Preparation method
- Pour the water into a saucepan and add the chicken bouillon cubes.
- Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Dice the chicken breast into your preferred bite-sized pieces.
- Add the chicken cubes to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot, drain well, and let it cool for a few minutes.
- While the chicken cools, whisk the eggs in a bowl along with the oregano and salt.
- Dip each piece of cooked chicken into the beaten egg mixture.
- Next, coat the chicken evenly in breadcrumbs, ensuring all sides are covered.
- Heat enough oil in a deep pan over high heat to fully submerge the nuggets.
- Fry the breaded nuggets for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried nuggets from the oil and drain excess grease on paper towels.
Observations
Chicken nuggets are a crowd-favourite snack and a versatile choice for a quick bite. This homemade version uses fresh chicken breast, offering a tastier alternative with full control over the ingredients compared to processed store-bought options. It is a foolproof recipe that appeals to both adults and children, making it ideal as an appetiser, side dish, or a light main course.
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